Mark the Area of the Brain Responsible for Controlling Cardiac

question 8

Essay

Mark the area of the brain responsible for controlling cardiac rate, blood pressure, respiration, and swallowing. [Insert Figure 41-2, remove all labels]

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Definitions:

SA Node

Sinoatrial node; the heart's natural pacemaker, located in the right atrium, it initiates the electrical impulses that dictate the heart rate.

Cardiovascular System

The body's system comprising the heart and blood vessels, responsible for circulating blood and oxygen throughout the body.

Electrical Shock

A sudden discharge of electricity through a part of the body, causing injury or potentially fatal effects depending on the voltage and duration of contact.

Steth/o

A prefix relating to the chest, often used in terms related to medical examination of the chest, e.g., stethoscope.